{"id":74202,"date":"2023-08-18T13:05:45","date_gmt":"2023-08-18T17:05:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fcymca.org\/?page_id=74202"},"modified":"2025-06-27T08:27:24","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T12:27:24","slug":"community-events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/community-events\/","title":{"rendered":"Community Fitness Classes and Events"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Community fitness classes and events hosted by the Y bring people together, promote a sense of belonging, and foster a strong community spirit. They provide opportunities for individuals to socialize, learn new things, and make connections with others who share their interests.<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Our community classes and events are FREE and open to the entire community. All you have to do is show up!<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>All participants will be required to sign a waiver prior to class\/event start. You can view the waivers ahead of time by <a href=\"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/YMCA-COJ-Community-Events-Waiver.pdf\">clicking here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Join us in Downtown Jacksonville!<\/h2>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/programs\/healthy-living\/group-exercise-classes\/yoga-classes\/\">MULTI-LEVEL YOGA<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Mondays from 6:00 &#8211; 7:00am<\/strong><br \/>\nWinston Family YMCA Lawn<\/p>\n<p>This class is suitable for participants of all levels&#8230;from the newer yogi just starting out, to the experienced practitioner.\u00a0 Enjoy both standing and floor-based poses with connection to breath.\u00a0 Some experience is helpful, but not required.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/programs\/healthy-living\/group-exercise-classes\/les-mills-bodybalance\/\">BODYBALANCE\u00ae<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Mondays from 6:30 &#8211; 7:15pm<\/strong><br \/>\nWinston Family YMCA Lawn<\/p>\n<p>LES MILLS BODYBALANCE\u00ae is the Yoga, Tai Chi, and Pilates workout that builds flexibility and strength, all while leaving you feeling centered and calm. Controlled breathing, concentration, and a carefully-structured series of stretches, moves, and poses set to music create a holistic workout that brings the body into a state of harmony and balance.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>WALKING GROUP<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Tuesdays from 7:15 &#8211; 8:15am<\/strong><br \/>\nMeet at the Winston Family YMCA Lawn<\/p>\n<p>Take a STEP towards a healthier you&#8230;lets find friends, fitness, and fun!\u00a0 Join us at the Winston Family YMCA Lawn, and let\u2019s walk together while enjoying our beautiful Florida weather!\u00a0 \u00a0Walk will last approximately 45 to 60 minutes.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/programs\/healthy-living\/group-exercise-classes\/zumba\/\">ZUMBA\u00ae<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Tuesdays from 6:00 &#8211; 7:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonville.gov\/departments\/parks-and-recreation\/recreation-and-community-programming\/parks\/friendship-fountain\">Friendship Fountain<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Move to a fusion of Latin and international music! A dynamic, exciting, effective fitness class maximizing caloric output, fat-burning, and total-body toning. Dance your way into fitness!<br \/>\nThis free class along the St. Johns River is offered at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonville.gov\/departments\/parks-and-recreation\/recreation-and-community-programming\/parks\/friendship-fountain\">Friendship Fountain<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>BELLY DANCING<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Tuesdays from 6:45 &#8211; 7:45pm<\/strong><br \/>\nWinston Family YMCA Lawn<\/p>\n<p>Come join us for a fun, lively belly dance class, where everyone will learn basic belly dance steps to energizing, upbeat music!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/programs\/healthy-living\/group-exercise-classes\/bodycombat\/\">BODYCOMBAT\u00ae<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><strong>ON HOLD UNTIL SEPTEMBER<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Wednesdays from 5:30 &#8211; 6:15pm<\/strong><br \/>\nWinston Family YMCA Lawn<\/p>\n<p>This non-contact, martial arts-based fitness program from LES MILLS features moves drawn from karate, tae kwon do, kung fu, kickboxing, muay thai and tai chi. Each BODYCOMBAT\u00ae class is choreographed to tracks of the latest music, providing an exhilarating experience that delivers ultra-fast fitness results.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>WALKING GROUP<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Thursdays from 7:15 &#8211; 8:15am<\/strong><br \/>\nMeet at the Winston Family YMCA Lawn<\/p>\n<p>Take a STEP towards a healthier you&#8230;lets find friends, fitness, and fun!\u00a0 Join us at the Winston Family YMCA Lawn, and let\u2019s walk together while enjoying our beautiful Florida weather!\u00a0 \u00a0Walk will last approximately 45 to 60 minutes.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/programs\/healthy-living\/group-exercise-classes\/freestyle-strength-conditioning-classes\/\">TOTAL CONDITIONING<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Thursdays from 6:00 &#8211; 7:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/715+Riverside+Ave,+Jacksonville,+FL+32204\/@30.3162841,-81.6756785,16z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88e5b7710de9904d:0x5d5239f788e6ce83!8m2!3d30.3164002!4d-81.6757562!16s%2Fg%2F11bw3grddf?entry=ttu\">Under the Fuller-Warren Bridge (RAM site)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>A different challenge every class! This workout offers a variety of class structures designed to improve muscular and cardiovascular endurance as well as strength, agility, core, and overall fitness.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>RUNNING GROUP<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Thursdays from 7:00 &#8211; 8:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\nMeet in the Winston Family YMCA Lobby<\/p>\n<p>Walkers, runners, joggers &#8211; all levels are welcome! Simply for fun, racing, fitness, social, the possibilities are endless. Come try it out!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>QI GONG<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Fridays from 8:00 &#8211; 8:45am<\/strong><br \/>\nWinston Family YMCA Lawn<\/p>\n<p>Qi Gong combines gentle movement, meditation, and controlled breathing to promote physical health and mental well-being. Suitable for all levels. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/programs\/healthy-living\/group-exercise-classes\/yoga-classes\/\">POWER YOGA<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><strong>ON HOLD UNTIL SEPTEMBER<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Fridays from 6:00 &#8211; 7:00pm<\/strong><br \/>\nWinston Family YMCA Lawn<\/p>\n<p>Power Yoga is a more vigorous, faster-paced style of yoga that emphasizes building strength and endurance through a flowing sequence of poses, often with a strong focus on connecting breath to movement.\u00a0 The result is a more intense workout (and work-in!) compared to other yoga practices.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/programs\/healthy-living\/group-exercise-classes\/zumba\/\">ZUMBA\u00ae<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Saturdays from 9:00 &#8211; 10:00am<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.coj.net\/departments\/parks-and-recreation\/recreation-and-community-programming\/parks\/sidney-j-gefen-riverwalk-park\">Gefen Park<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Move to a fusion of Latin and international music! A dynamic, exciting, effective fitness class maximizing caloric output, fat-burning, and total-body toning. Dance your way into fitness!<br \/>\nThis free class along the St. Johns River is offered at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coj.net\/departments\/parks-and-recreation\/recreation-and-community-programming\/parks\/sidney-j-gefen-riverwalk-park\">Gefen Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-lg btn-arrow secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/portfolio.curran-connors.com\/FCYMCA\/programs\/healthy-living\/group-exercise-classes\/\">Learn more about Group Exercise at the Y<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Community fitness classes and events hosted by the Y bring people together, promote a sense of belonging, and foster a strong community spirit. They provide opportunities for individuals to socialize, learn new things, and make connections with others who share their interests. 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